Hör min röst: Slöjans revolution

Persson's previous documentaries, especially My Stolen Revolution, had considerable merit, but her portrait of Alinejad is more emotionally resonant and there is a greater sense of urgency in every scene that was missing in previous films. Although Be My Voice was finished before the news of the plot to kidnap Alinejad was released by the FBI, there is a clear sense that danger lurks around the corner.

Alinejad's social media savvy has made her a particularly annoying thorn in the side of the Iranian regime, and her prominence has cost her dearly. Cyber trolls shadow her every move and create fake narratives (as can be seen in some of the other fake reviews here).

The film's greatest strength and weakness is Alinejad's emotional rollercoaster as she tries to stay optimistic amid the chaos and threats around her. We can see only too well how deeply she feels everything.

Very highly recommended.